Mexico fails to tackle increased levels of violence against women

Headline Title:  Mexico fails to tackle increased levels of violence against women 11 July 2012 The Mexican authorities have failed to protect women from increasing levels of violence and discrimination or to ensure those responsible face justice, said Amnesty International in a report handed to a UN body due to examine the state of women’s rights in Mexico.On 17 July, the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women will evaluate Mexico’s compliance with the Convention for the Elimination of Discrimination against Women. The UN body will publish their conclusions…

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